Kottapalli - Usur, Bijapur
Kottapalli is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Pujarikanker serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kottapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kottapalli is 450944. The village covers a total geographical area of 1027.971 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 180 km away.
Kottapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kottapalli
As per Census 2011, Kottapalli village has a total population of 296 people, consisting of 148 males and 148 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 208 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kottapalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 296 | 148 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 208 | 104 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 82 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 66 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Kottapalli
Kottapalli is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kottapalli
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kottapalli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dantewada to Kottapalli is about 180 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Kottapalli is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kottapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kottapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kottapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kottapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kottapalli
Where is Kottapalli located?
Kottapalli village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kottapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kottapalli is Pujarikanker.
What is the pincode of Kottapalli?
The pincode of Kottapalli is 494447.
What is the population of Kottapalli?
Kottapalli has a total population of 296, including 148 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Kottapalli?
There are 92 households in Kottapalli.
What is the literacy rate in Kottapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kottapalli is 41.55%. Male literacy is 55.41% and female literacy is 27.70%.